At the heart of the 2008 Honda Rebel custom - cruiser motorcycle, Honda utilizes a 234 cc (14.3 cu in) air-cooled v2, four-stroke layout. Internal engine geometry specifies a bore and stroke of 53.0 x 53.0 mm (2.1 x 2.1 inches) with a 9.2:1 compression ratio.
Rider ergonomics and chassis geometry center around a 676 mm (26.6 in) seat height — giving shorter riders and urban commuters confident flat-foot reach at traffic stops, combined with a 1,450 mm (57.1 in) wheelbase engineered for balanced agility and highway composure. The 9.84-liter (2.6 US gal) fuel tank supports practical everyday commuting and weekend road stints.
Within MotoLibrary's Honda archive, this model family spans 9 indexed model years from 2006 to 2016, allowing buyers to track year-over-year changes in emissions tuning, weight and equipment.
Standover Height
676 mm (26.6 in)
Engine
Displacement234.0 ccm (14.28 cubic inches)
Engine TypeV2, four-stroke
Engine DetailsV2, four-stroke
Compression9.2:1
Bore x Stroke53.0 x 53.0 mm (2.1 x 2.1 inches)
Valves/Cylinder2
Fuel SystemCarburettor. Single 26mm diaphragm-type CV carburetor
Fuel ControlSingle Overhead Cams (SOHC)
IgnitionCD
CoolingAir
Transmission
Gearbox5-speed
Final DriveChain (final drive)
Chassis
Rake30.0°
Trail113 mm (4.4 inches)
Front Suspension33mm fork
Front Travel117 mm (4.6 inches)
Rear SuspensionDual shocks with five-position spring-preload adjustability
Rear Travel74 mm (2.9 inches)
Wheelbase1450 mm (57.1 inches)
Wheels & Brakes
Front Tyre90/90-18
Rear Tyre130/90-15
Front BrakesSingle disc
Rear BrakesExpanding brake (drum brake)
Dimensions & Weight
Seat Height676 mm (26.6 inches) If adjustable, lowest setting.
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Seat Height
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Fuel Capacity
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Brakes
Brake setup is worth comparing if you ride in traffic, mountains or with a passenger.
Suspension
Suspension details can matter for comfort, road feel and long-distance riding.
Transmission
Transmission and final drive affect maintenance, smoothness and everyday usability.
